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Camavinga left out as France reveal 26-man World Cup list
TL;DR
France has announced its 26-man squad for the FIFA World Cup, with Eduardo Camavinga notably left out. This marks his second consecutive absence from the tournament after a disappointing season with Real Madrid.
Key points
- France announced 26-man squad for FIFA World Cup
- Eduardo Camavinga omitted from the squad
- Camavinga misses second consecutive World Cup
- Didier Deschamps makes surprise selections
- France was runners-up in the last World Cup
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Camavinga left out as France reveal 26-man World Cup list
Two-time world champions and runners-up in the last edition, France have announced their squad for the FIFA World Cup on Thursday.
In what is expected to be his final tournament in charge, Didier Deschamps included a few surprise selections while leaving out several players who had featured throughout the qualifying cycle.
The biggest omission is Eduardo Camavinga of Real Madrid. After a disappointing campaign in Spain, the 23-year-old midfielder has lost his place in the national side and will miss a second consecutive World Cup.
Forward Randal Kolo Muani has also been left out. The Tottenham player, who featured at the World Cup in Qatar, failed to secure a spot in the final 26-man squad. In their place, Deschamps has called up Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta.
Deschamps also confirmed a new face among the goalkeepers, with Ligue 1’s best goalkeeper award winner Robin Risser selected ahead of for his first World Cup appearance.
Q&A
Why was Eduardo Camavinga left out of the France World Cup squad?
Eduardo Camavinga was left out due to a disappointing campaign with Real Madrid, leading to his loss of place in the national side.
Who are the notable inclusions in the France World Cup squad?
The squad includes several surprise selections, although specific names are not detailed in the excerpt.
How many players are in the France World Cup squad?
France's World Cup squad consists of 26 players.
